Maytag MER5552BA - 30" Electric Range Use And Care Manual page 19

PART PROCEDURE
Oven interior Seif-Cleam
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Follow instructions on page 15-18 to set a self-clean cycle.
Manual Clean:
° Ciean frequentiy using miid abrasive cieaners and a pHasticpad.
° Do not use metaiiic scouring pads because they will[ scratch the surface.
° When using commercia[ oven cieaners foiiow the manufacturer's instructions.
° Wipe up acidic spiiis (tomato or milk based foods:} as soon as possible with soap and water. [f the spill
is not wiped up, it may discolor the porcelain.
To make cleaning easier, remove the oven door, [f desired. (See Maintenance section on
page 19.}
Oven Racks , Clean with soapy water.
° Remove stubborn soil with cleansing powder or soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and dry.
° Racks wiil permanently discolor and may not slide smoothly if left in the oven during a self-clean
operation. If this occurs, wipe the rack edge and rack support with a small amount of vegetable oil to
restore ease of movement, then wipe off excess oil
Stainless Steel ° DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PRODUCT CONTAINING CHLORtNE BLEACH.
(select models} ° OO NOT USEABRASIVE OR ORANGE CLEANERS.
° ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAtN WHEN CLEANING.
° Daily Cleaning/Light Soil -- Wipe with one of the following - soapy water, white vinegar/water sohtion,
Formula 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner* or a similar glass cleaner - using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse
and dry. To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray (Part No.
20000008]**.
° Moderate/Heavy Soil -- Wipe with one of the following - Bon Ami, Smart Cleanser, or Soft Scrub* -
using a damp sponge or soft cloth. Rinse and dry'.Stubborn soils may be removed with a damp multi-
purpose Scotch-Brite* pad; rub evenly with the grain. Rinse and dry. To restore luster and remove streaks,
foilow with Stainbss Steel Magic Spray*.
, [}iscoloration -- Using a damp sponge or soft cloth, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*. Rinse
immediately and dry'.To remove streaks and restore luster, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.
Storage [}rawer, , When cool, wash with warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Never wipe a warm or hot surface with a damp
[}oor Handme,Side cloth as this may damage the surface and may cause a steam burn.
Panels - Painted ° For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda paste or Bon AmL* Do not use
Enamel abrasive, caustic or harsh cleaning agents such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners. These products will
scratch or permanently damage the surface.
NO TE: Use a dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills, especially acidic or sugary spills. Surface may
discolor or dutl if soil is not immediately removed. This is especially important for white surfaces.
* Brand names for cleaning products are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
** To order direct, carl 1-877-232-6771 USA or 1-800-688-8408 Canada.
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